GRE Word List

FESTER

to generate pus

The meaning of the word fester is to generate pus.

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assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
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